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Lobster Man wrote:
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> I understand the purpose of a "best used by" date. But it's a freaking
> bullion cube. It's what, 95% salt? How is that going to shrivel up?


Bullion cubes do turn into a gummy mess after some time. I saw that when
my friend was cleaning her mothers house out and there was a jar buried
in the back of the cupboard and it got a quick forensic examination
before being tossed.